Is the NL Ready for a Regression Reality Check? 

As we dive into the 2025 MLB season, the buzz around potential regression candidates in the National League is heating up. With spring training underway, it's the perfect time to discuss which players might not live up to their previous seasons and how that could impact their teams.

Take Marcell Ozuna, for instance. After a stellar 2024, can he maintain his power numbers as he enters his age-34 season? Or will Father Time catch up with him? Similarly, Shohei Ohtani's record-setting season raises the question: can he replicate that magic, especially with the added pressure of returning to the mound?

And what about the younger players like Jackson Merrill? After a breakout rookie year, is it realistic to expect him to continue that level of performance, or are we setting ourselves up for disappointment?

Let’s not forget about the pitchers either. With Matt Strahm's shoulder injury and Ryan Pressly showing signs of age, how will these factors affect their teams' bullpens?

I want to hear your thoughts! Who do you think is most likely to regress this season? Are there any players you believe will defy the odds and surprise us? Share your bold predictions and insights!